Waiting for Home: The Richard Prangley Story

by John Schneider

Overview

This is a print on demand book and is therefore non- returnable.

Journalist John Schneider chronicles the compelling true story of Richard Prangley, a man who was unjustly institutionalized for fifteen years yet has managed to become not only a productive citizen but also an effective advocate for the developmentally disabled.

Richard Prangley, whose story has been the focus of a documentary and wide national media coverage, including CBS's Sunday Morning with Charles Kuralt, is an inspirational figure whose life reflects the human spirit at is resilient, triumphant best. In Waiting for Home Schneider tells the complete story, from Prangley's committal to the Coldwater State Home and Training School at age 6, to his struggles with socialization after being released at age 21, to his successful stand for the rights of the handicapped as a lobbyist in places like the Michigan State Capitol and the White House.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780802842114
Publisher:	Eerdmans, William B. Publishing Company
Publication date:	04/18/1998
Pages:	160
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.42(d)

About the Author

John Schneider is a daily columnist for Michigan's Lansing State Journal.

Table of Contents

Dedication
Forward
The Arrival
The Departure
Cottage 41
Killing Time
Moving Up
Back in the World
On His Own
A Step Backward
A Public Life
A Good Fight
Inside the System
National News
Forgive and Forget
Friends in High Places
Richard Prangley Day

Editorial Reviews

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"Prangley has accomplished much. This is his story—quite a story."

John Engler, Governor of Michigan
"Richard Prangley is a shining testimony to how one can overcome life's many obstacles through hope, determination, and hard work. Those who meet him through this book will be forever grateful and inspired."

John Engler
—governor of Michigan
"Richard Prangley is a shining testimony to how one can overcome life's many obstacles through hope, determination, and hard work. Those who meet him through this book will be forever grateful and inspired."

William G. Milliken
—former governor of Michigan
"I remember Richard warmly. He overcame much, contributed much, and inspired many."

C. Patrick Babcock
—former director, Mich. Dept. of Mental Health
"Richard's life story holds important lessons for all of us. Through the force of his commitment, courage, and goodwill, Richard has turned adversity into a passion to help other by championing changes in the mental health system."

From the Publisher

Richard Prangley is a shining testimony to how one can overcome life's many obstacles through hope, determination, and hard work. Those who meet him through this book will be forever grateful and inspired.

John Engler